Crying for the cause
Published July 10, 2012 / by Steve Berentson
The volunteer services of Town Crier Richard Riddell (left) are a great asset for the City of Anacortes. Riddell, who often contributes his services to Chamber of Commerce promotional events, is pictured here just before the start of the 2012 Fourth of July parade on Commercial Avenue. He is visiting with Town of LaConner Crier Andrew Hansen.
About Steve Berentson
A fourth generation Skagit County native who was moved kicking and screaming from this island community in 1960. I finally reclaimed an Anacortes address in 1980, and I have been in constant celebration of my return since that time. Many of us who call Anacortes home love Fidalgo Island for its natural assets: among them are rugged beaches, pristine lakes, thousands of acres of forestland and some awesome views of the Skagit Valley and surrounding islands. Another element of my love affair with this community is its people, both natives and immigrants. They will “star” in many of my journal entries.
